“Everything is about Wigan Athletic at this point and individual situations will always be resolved in the best interests of the football club.

“Whenever we lost players, it’s been at the right price and at the right time and I don’t think January is the right time to lose any of our important players when we’re right in the middle of the fight.”

The Latics have already drafted in Manchester United attacker Angelo Henriquez on loan, as well as adding Honduran star Roger Espinoza to his squad.

Even though he has strengthened, the ex-Swansea boss is still on the look out for players this month:

“Now we’re going to work towards getting another body in. I do feel another body would complete the squad and as a football club we’ll work as hard as we can.”

Wigan have endured a disappointing start to the season, amassing 18 points from 21 games, leaving them in the relegation zone, albeit on goal difference.

A poor defensive record has contributed to their struggles, with Martinez’s men having conceded on 39 occasions.